Do you ever wish you could plant some magic beans and climb up the enchanted stalk to some remote and safe paradise in the sky (one not inhabited by hungry giants?) Rock the Shack, a new book from Gestalten, explores the architecture of such urges labeling them Cabins, Cocoons and Hide-Outs. Over a span of 240 full […]


30 Jul
A quick word with disco compilation mastermind Sean Brosnan

We’re fireballing into the last month of summer; the sun’s shining brighter, the days are getting increasingly warm (and humid? What gives, Los Angeles?) and it’s more important than ever to get our heads in the game and take advantage of what the season has to offer: a ton of poolside parties with a ton […]


23 Jun
A gadget organization tool with endless possibilities

Looking for a simple way to carry your bare necessities when running the rat race? The Grid-It Wrap by Cocoon is a good way to store not only your tablet and power adapters, but also your sunglasses and gum as well. The possibilities are endless when it comes to what gadgets you can store in […]


How to create the ultimate comfort? One part armchair and one part sleeping bag equals total Cocoon Armchair. Pretty self-explanatory, the Cocoon Armchair — designed by Luxembourg-based design company Superette — is truly the one thing missing from your apartment. With soft comfortable lining, you can lay down and zip up the duvet-like cocoon for […]


14 Jun
The Cocoon planter and various other types of Terrariums

It can be a difficult thing to bring a little life into a cement infested place like an apartment in a big city, but this is why Salmonsen has developed the Cocoon storage device. It can function as a planter, a place to grow spices and/or herbs, and can carry your various fruits (unless I’ve […]